bode
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /boʊd/
KK: /boʊd/
intransitive verb
Definition
To indicate or suggest that something will happen in the future, often in a positive or negative way.
Example
The dark clouds bode a storm coming our way.
Tense Forms
Past: boded
Past Participle: boded
Conversation
Did you hear about the new policy at work?
Yeah, I did! I think it might bode well for our team.
I hope so! It would be great to have more support.
Absolutely, especially if it leads to better projects.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
augur
foretell
predict
Antonyms
dissuade
discourage
negate
transitive verb
Definition
To indicate or predict something, often something negative or unfavorable.
Example
The dark clouds bode a storm coming our way.
Tense Forms
Past: boded
Past Participle: boded
Conversation
Did you hear about the storm coming this weekend?
Yeah, the weather report said it could bode trouble for the outdoor event.
I hope it doesn't ruin our plans; we were really looking forward to it.
Root Explanation
Bode → The word originates from Old English 'bōdian', meaning to announce or proclaim. It refers to the act of announcing or indicating something, often in a prophetic sense.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for announcing something — that's how you remember that 'bode' means to indicate or announce.
Visually Confused Words
bodle
bodge
beode
abode
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bod
brodie
boride